Coping mechanisms, or coping skills, are behaviors that people engage in to help them deal with difficult or stressful situations and emotions. Some can be healthy, but others aren’t.
Available Treatment Options
Therapists and counselors often work with clients to discover what coping mechanisms they’re using and determine if they are helpful. With this information, the person and the therapist can develop different coping mechanisms that are less harmful, such as meditation, exercise, journaling, drawing, or time with family.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Coping Skills
Is your child experiencing anxiety and uncertainty with all of the big changes happening due to current events? Has the transition from being in school to being stuck at home all day been overwhelming for you or your child? Call for a free 10-minute consultation to learn about teletherapy and determine if I am a good fit for your family. I specialize in treating children with developmental...
Kelly Sherlock-Coffee is a licensed marriage and family therapist. She holds a bachelor's degree in family studies from the University of Kentucky and a master’s degree in social work with a specialization in marriage and family therapy from the University of Louisville. She enjoys working with middle school aged clients through adulthood on issues including anxiety, depression and anger....
"Mental Health Sherpa." I use that personal metaphor because I help people navigate the tough mountainous parts of their life journey. In addition to treating many of the common mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and trauma, I employ ACT and attachment-based therapies to help people heal from Family of Origin wounds (abandonment, mistrust, defectiveness, shame, perfectionism,...
Do you find yourself struggling in your relationships? Do you have anxious, worrying thoughts? Are past experiences negatively influencing your present? We often learn to understand ourselves, and the actions and behaviors of others, through the lens of our early life experiences. I will help you disentangle the complex webs that we all form, which may feel insurmountable to conquer alone. I am...
Victoria Ewing is a licensed clinical social worker who holds master’s and bachelor's degrees in social work from the University of Kentucky. She has worked in a variety of settings including outpatient, inpatient, in-home, community mental health and primary care clinics. Her primary focus is treatment of substance use disorders, with other specialty areas including bipolar disorder, depressio...
Dominique Sansbury is a nationally certified and licensed graduate professional counselor. She earned her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology – Washington, DC, and a master’s in Nutrition Education from American University. I believe healing is a process that has many stages such as alleviating symptoms of emotional distress...
Sometimes life is more difficult than we imagine. Anxiety, depression, relational struggles, trauma, losing a job or a loved one can cause us to become stuck. Engaging in a therapeutic relationship can be a vital step toward healing. I have a heart for walking with people in all walks of their journey and especially those navigating a life crisis. I work with adults, couples and adolescents....
You work so hard doing all the things you’re supposed to do, and yet, it’s never enough. Something feels off. Your mind plays tricks on you with anxious thoughts keeping you up at night- Did I say the wrong thing? Do they think I’m weird? Where am I going with my life? You know that you have a kind heart and the drive to get things done. You just need some help believing in yourself. Sound...
Are you or your loved one feeling stressed or depressed? Are you struggling to feel better? Are you ready to make a change? I can help you reach your goals of feeling happier and living a fulfilling life. Together we will work on improving your mood by learning strategies and techniques in order to cope with the difficulties you have been experiencing. I believe in focusing on all of your...
Hi! Let’s work together. I am a psychotherapist in the Greater Denver Area who is enthusiastic about working with children, adolescents, young adults and families. My down-to-earth approach helps me create a safe environment to delve into your personal concerns. I utilized evidence-based practices, which include cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy and play therapy. As an USAF Vetera...
Hope, healing, and wellness is the focus for the counseling journey that we will enter together. Each person has a unique set of needs, personal strengths, and the ability to overcome difficult times. Our therapeutic relationship begins and ends with grace and my willingness to enter into your experiences alongside you with an authentic listening heart. It is important to grow from our experien...
Ask yourself the last time you felt truly connected to the current moment. Most of us would admit that living in the present is a struggle. So often, we get caught up in trying to rewrite the already lived chapters in our life stories, or have a desire to over control and predict the outcome, that we lose sight of the chapter that we're currently writing. This tendency keeps us from being the...
I believe life is a journey where we all walk at a different pace. Sometimes we encounter difficulties and uncertainties which can challenge our walk and leave us feeling discouraged and hurt. I am passionate about helping others find a healing path where these challenges can be utilized to harvest beautiful strengths and growth for a more meaningful journey. Through providing a safe and...
Life has a way of throwing us all sorts of challenges! Sometimes we feel stuck, and struggle to move forward. Whether you are seeking to manage day to day stress and anxiety, improve relationships, heal past trauma, or focus on self-growth, I can help. Together we will work to create a new path so that you can increase your happiness, decrease your stress, and just feel better overall! I...
If you are experiencing an increase in anxiety, depression, or substance abuse during these uncertain times you are not alone. Both as a clinician and as a human being, I can relate and I can tell you that therapy is an effective path to a healthier and more meaningful life. I earned my doctorate from the University of Denver in 2010 and have enjoyed working with both civilians and veterans to...
